The Rows

Explore Chester’s Rows – there’s nothing quite like them in the world.

Take a stroll along these medieval first-floor walkways, which line the four main streets in the city centre, for a truly unusual and delightful experience, whether you’re here to shop, dine or just take in the sights of our enchanting city.

The Rows create a double-deck street, with steps leading up from ground level to long covered balconies that cut through an eye-catching network of buildings shaped by every architectural style of the past 800 years.

Here, past meets present – you’ll find England’s oldest shopfront alongside some of the most exciting independent shops, restaurants, cafes and bars on the Chester scene. Check out these pages for our suggestions about where to eat and drink, go shopping, and even indulge in a spot of pampering.

And now you can find out more about the history of these unique structures by tuning in to our brand new audio trail, Discover The Rows, which comes with an attractive map that’s free to download. Scroll down to find out more…